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belittling

Belittling (adj) means making someone or something seem less important or capable than they are; condescending. Example: “His belittling tone made her feel small in front of the whole team.”

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Making someone or something seem less important or capable than they are; condescending.
"His belittling tone made her feel small in front of the whole team."

How to use belittling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes speech or behaviour that puts someone down or makes them feel small.

Common pairings
a belittling comment belittling remarks

Word forms

more belittling comparative, belittlings plural, most belittling superlative

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What does “belittling” mean?

The word “belittling” means making someone or something seem less important or capable than they are; condescending. In plain terms, describes speech or behaviour that puts someone down or makes them feel small.

How do you use “belittling” in a sentence?

Here is “belittling” used in a sentence: “His belittling tone made her feel small in front of the whole team.”

What part of speech is “belittling”?

“Belittling” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of belittling?

"belittling" (adj) means making someone or something seem less important or capable than they are; condescending.

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